The Creative Writing Life

Author Annie Dike (CLOVIS) talks about writing in different voices, how setting is a character, creating “real scenes”, and the Book-Cookie Dough Analogy

http://anniedikeauthor.com

Author Barbara Caver (A LITTLE PIECE OF CUBA) talks utilizing multiple sources in writing a memoir, asking “what’s pulling at you?” when telling your story, and playing catch with your muse.

http://www.barbaracaverauthor.com

A quick look back at the show in 2025, and plans for 2026

In this special “the tables are turned” episode, host Paul Zeidman discusses his background and experience as a screenwriter, his thrill-omedy short SHECKY (and its crowdfunding), and (naturally) pie.

https://www.indiegogo.com/en/projects/softsign_7ada6745-43d8-43a8-a6a2-590b3e627bb7/shecky-post-production

Writers Kim Hornsby and Bob Saenz talk writing Christmas movies, including being unique but not TOO unique, knowing how to write to the brand, the current state of the industry, and the importance of not giving up.

Author Antonio Michael Downing (BLACK CHEROKEE) talks writing to discover, observing life as raw material, letting the story draw what’s on the page, and the importance of Miss Donna’s 3 rules of gardening

Author Nick Teeguarden (THE COPPER SCROLL) discusses Indiana Jones, writing “clean entertainment”, letting your characters dictate the action, and real life influences on story and characters.

http://nickteeguarden.com

Writer Amy Suto (WRITE FOR MONEY & POWER) discusses how the creative act of writing is precious, moving beyond traditional approaches, making a direct connection to readers, and being in it for the long haul.

Screenwriter/therapist David Silverman (HOW TO BE A ROCKSTAR SCREENWRITER) talks about how the long view is crucial, using the Pomodoro Technique, and the story behind his show THE WILD THORNBERRYS

http://hollywoodscriptwriting.com

http://davidsilvermanlmft.com

Author Lee Schneider (LIBERATION) discusses narrative flow, the trust factor between authors & readers, the joy of writing an over-the-top villain, and the importance of not breaking credibility.

http://leeschneiderbooks.com